On the latest episode of The Voice, host Carson Daly announced the results of the viewer voting for the top eight live performances. The episode aired on Tuesday, December 3, at 9 pm ET/PT, revealed that four out of eight contestants earned a spot in the next round based on viewer votes. Meanwhile, the other four contestants were given a second chance of securing an instant save for one more spot.
With only five spots available in the live finale, the competition was fierce. The fate of the contestants, each representing one of the four coaches — Michael Buble, Reba McEntire, Gwen Stefani, and Snoop Dogg — hung in the balance.
In the end, Danny Joseph took the last spot for the finale. Now, each judge will be represented in the finale next week as five contestants pass the semifinal stage. The finalists are Sofronio Vasquez, Sydney Sterlace, Jeremy Beloate, Shye, and Danny Joseph.
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Reba McEntire kicked off the evening with a performance of her hit song Consider Me Gone, which is her longest-running number-one hit. The crowd erupted in cheers, chanting her name as she finished the tune. The song is featured on her album Keep On Loving You, which is celebrating its 15th anniversary with a special vinyl release.
Following Reba's performance, Carson Daly took the stage to announce the first contestant advancing to the next round. Team Buble's Sofronio Vasquez was revealed as the lucky artist. Sofronio had previously performed a duet of The Police's Every Breath You Take with Jeremy Beloate. After the performance, Sofronio praised Jeremy's impressive falsetto, while Jeremy admired Sofronio's ability to hit the high notes easily.
Gwen Stefani took the stage to perform her latest single, Somebody Else's. Unlike Reba McEntire's earlier live performance, Gwen's set appeared to be pre-recorded on The Voice.
Following a montage of behind-the-scenes footage showcasing the coaches' lighthearted moments, Carson Daly announced the next two contestants advancing to the finale: Sydney Sterlace from Team Gwen and Jeremy Beloate from Team Snoop.
Sydney, a 16-year-old singer, had previously impressed the judges with her rendition of Billie Eilish's When the Party's Over. During rehearsal, Sydney's mom was in attendance while Gwen Stefani monitored her. The judges praised Sydney's growth since her audition, with Snoop Dogg noting that her performance brought him to tears.
Michael Buble commended Sydney's confidence in The Voice. Gwen Stefani expressed her awe, saying that Sydney's talent evokes strong emotions in both her and the audience.
“You are just so settled in yourself. You made it yours,” said Michael Buble.
The Voice stage was then taken over by October London, a collaborator with Snoop Dogg's Death Row Records, who performed his song 3rd Shift. Following October London's set, it was revealed that Team Buble's Shye had secured the final spot in the finale, thanks to America's vote.
Last night's episode of The Voice saw Shye perform and wow the audiences with her rendition of Brandi Carlile's The Joke. The remaining four contestants vied for the last spot in the finale by performing live for an instant viewer vote. Representing Team Snoop, Christina Eagle delivered a powerful rendition of Lainey Wilson's Heart Like a Truck.
Adam Bohanan from Team Reba showcased his soulful voice with a performance of Maxwell's Pretty Wings. Jan Dan, a member of Team Gwen, took on John Mayer's Gravity, while Danny Joseph, also from Team Reba, performed a classic rendition of The Animals' House of the Rising Sun.
The contestants shared their final words with their coaches in a heartfelt moment. Christina Eagle opened up about her struggles with anxiety, expressing gratitude towards Snoop Dogg for his support. Snoop reassured her that he would continue to work with her beyond The Voice.
Adam Bohanan thanked Reba McEntire for believing in him and guiding him throughout his journey. Reba praised Adam for having the biggest heart. Jan Dan expressed his appreciation to Gwen Stefani for accepting him for who he is, saying she helped him break out of his shell.
Danny Joseph, who had recently undergone surgery to remove his colon due to Crohn's disease, thanked Reba for giving him the confidence to perform. Reba attributed Danny's ability to take the stage to divine intervention.
Following the emotional speeches, Carson Daly announced that Danny Joseph from Team Reba had secured the highest instant vote total, earning him a spot in the next week's finale of The Voice.